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María Irías, Honduras’ Oldest Resident, Turns 109
Danlí, El Paraíso, Honduras – Mrs. María Irías, currently the oldest (known) living person in Honduras, recently celebrated her 109th birthday. María Irías was born on 25 April 1915 in Danlí, El...
Edna Louisa Kurtz of the United States Passes Away at 110
It is with a heavy heart for LongeviQuest to report that Edna Kurtz of Massachusetts passed away on 18 April 2024 at 110. Edna Louisa Kurtz was born on 16 July 1913 in Worcester, Massachusetts. She...
Bouncing Back – How Resilience Plays a Key Role in Achieving Longevity
Most of us are devastated by potentially tragic events that affect our lives and we may, rightfully, need time to recuperate and deal with our potential losses. How we let adversity affect our lives...
Helen Doan, Canada’s Oldest Person, Dies at 112
Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Helen Doan, believed to be the oldest living resident of Canada, passed away on on Thursday, April 18, at the age of 112 years, 213 days, as reported by Dignity Memorial....
At 114, America’s Oldest Person “Just Feels Like Living Every Day”
Houston, Texas, United States – Despite knowing her age better than anyone, Elizabeth Francis still reacts with disbelief when someone states it out loud. But a paper trail covering more than a...
Frances Hahn of Illinois Passes Away at 110
We are saddened to report that Frances Hahn of Illinois passed away on 17 April 2024 at 110 years old. Frances was born on 23 March 1914 in Chicago, Illinois, to parents James and Marie Watkins. ...
Inez G. Ybarra of California Passes Away at 110
LongeviQuest is saddened to report that Inez Ybarra passed away at 110 on 30 March 2024. Inez Ybarra was born on 21 January 1914 and was a longtime resident of Claypool, Indiana, USA. She married...
Sister Serafina, Europe’s Oldest Living Nun, Turns 111
Rome, Italy – The oldest living nun in Europe, Sister Serafina (birth name: Anna La Morgia), celebrated her 111th birthday on 17 April. Corriere Roma reported that there was a big celebration at the...